Vintage 1949 Early 1950s Pendleton 49er Jacket Size L As Is

This is an original 1949 or early 1950s Pendleton 49er jacket, introduced in 1949 and designed by Berte Wiechmann as a nod to the California Gold Rush, it was an instant hit and became an iconic piece of American sportswear. This example features the classic wool plaid in tones of red, green, and charcoal with white checks, accented with large mother-of-pearl style buttons, a wide pointy collar, buttoned barrel cuffs, and a deep patch pocket at either lower side — all hallmarks of the earliest Pendleton 49ers.

The jacket is cut in the signature relaxed silhouette with slight gathers at the back yoke. 

Label: Pendleton label dating to the late 40s and early to mid-50s, however, it is quite worn
Era: 1949–early 1950s
Fabric: Virgin wool flannel
Closure: Four-button front

Sizing:  No size is visible and although this should fit a large size, please rely on the following measurements for fit, measured flat:

Shoulders: 16” seam to seam

Sleeves: 24” from shoulder seam (inseam 16 3/4”)

Bust: 47” around

Bottom: 44” around

Length: 26” from neck seam to hem

Condition: Signs of wear around the top two buttonholes and at both cuffs (see last close-up photos) - this wear should be forgiven in view of the age of this jacket, and a bit of sewn reinforcement will help greatly.  Otherwise, no other noted wear, tear, soiling, staining or odour.

This is a wonderful early example of an original 1949 or early 1950s Pendleton 49er jacket - nice quality wool and great buttons, sold “as is”!